Coming home isn't what he expected But much more than he hoped. When Nick Cabot rolls up to Libby Taylor's door to return her escape-artist puppy, all Libby sees are the tattoos, motorcycle and attitude. But Libby's sweet daughter sees through Nick's toughness and declares him her hero. Drawn to Libby, her daughter and even their pesky pooch, the retired marine's painful past prevents him from getting close. Libby senses the loving man beneath the tough facade, but wonders whether it is enough to trust him with her heart. From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.

Small-Town Sweethearts Book 1: The Marine's Secret Daughter Book 2: The Sergeant's Unexpected Family Book 3: His Unexpected Twins Book 4: The Scrooge of Loon Lake Book 5: The Sergeant's Matchmaking Dog Book 6: The Hero Next Door Book 7: A Hero and His Dog Book 8: His Unlikely Homecoming.